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AN08 MLE

2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,824 mi
Last recorded12,824 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM8,514 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 MLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR-Z400SM
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 12,824 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 12,395 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 12,331 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 11,850 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 11,545 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 11,545 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2015 10,043 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 May 2014 9,466 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2013 3,172 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 1,889 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 1,889 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 852 miles

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 852 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR-Z400SM?

Based on 8,163 MOT tests across 858 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
580
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
858
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
reflector on motorcycle missing 81
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
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AN08 MLE is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 8,514 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki DR-Z400SM fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AN08 MLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR-Z400SM typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki DR-Z400SM is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AN08 MLE registered?

AN08 MLE is a 2008 Suzuki DR-Z400SM, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is AN08 MLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 MLE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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